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AWARDS GALORE

KNOW YOUR LIMITS

Local estage agent Simon Brien scoop top award at glittering industry event

Liam Burns from Burns Pharmacy talks units of alcohol and your limits

HOLYWOOD GIFT GUIDE

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GRAPE EXPECTATIONS

FESTIVE FASHION

DRINK DRIVING FACTS

Lifelong friends from Holywood bringing Georgian wine to our glasses

Hunt Solicitors talk you through the County Down business helps cancer charity launch their festive campaign law on this crucial issue

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TOP OF THE TOTS

THE REAL PAGE TURNERS

KEEP YOUR HEAD THIS ADVENT

The brand new day nursery in Seahill creating 10 new jobs

Christopher from Oscar & Joy on the wonder that books can conjure

Massage and wellbeing guru Alison Stevenson with this months advice

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Loop Mag | December 2015 | News

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Local News

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Really Tee’d Off Golf Success The Taylor Family from Bangor recently held their annual charity ‘Really Tee’d Off’ Golf Day, at Holywood Golf Club.

The event is a huge success year on year and this year was no different with the event raising over £3,000 for local charity, Children’s Heartbeat Trust.

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he Taylor Family whose son Joel has a congenital heart defect , decided to hold an annual charity event to give something back to the charity who have supported them immensely since Joel’s diagnosis. Previously the family have held bed pushes and sponsored walks before

making the Golf Day their annual fundraiser now for the past four years. To date, the family have now raised a staggering £19,000 pounds for the charity and Joel’s, Dad Robert speaks on the support they have received.

“Over the years, we have been blown away by the generosity of

local people and businesses in supporting our charity events for Children’s Heartbeat Trust. We cannot thank everyone enough for their wonderful support and especially to Stuart Campbell and Paul McCormick of Holywood Golf Club for their tremendous work in organising the golf day and evening function. Without them the event would not happen.

The money raised this year, will make such a difference to Children’s Heartbeat Trust and other families who need support in the coming months.”

Children’s Heartbeat Trust is a local charity that provides emotional and practical support to babies, children and young people with heart disease, and their families. For further info on Children’s Heartbeat Trust please contact 028 9031 2228; email lynn@childrensheartbeattrust.org or you can visit the website childrensheartbeattrust.org

REMEMBRANCE DAY TRIBUTES PICTURED LEFT: Pausing at one of the City Hall’s splendid stained glass memorial windows: Holywood Air Cadets Cadet Sean McMahorn (14) from Sullivan Upper School; Cadet Corporal Emily Beckett (16) from Lagan College and Cadet Nathan Dillan (13) from Sullivan Upper School. PICTURED RIGHT: Preparing for the ceremony are Holywood Cadets, Marine Cadet Kane Tracey and Band Drum Major Sullivan Hodgen from Campbell College Combined Cadet Force.

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CHRISTMAS AT THE ULSTER FOLK & TRANSPORT MUSEUM Leave the hustle and bustle of the high street behind and enjoy the gentler and quieter atmosphere of a traditional Christmas at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum.

CHRISTMAS EVENINGS | Fri 4th, Fri 11th & Fri 18th Dec 6-9pm Sip on a cup of mulled wine to keep you warm while you stroll around the Town. Pop in and out of exhibit buildings discovering traditional Christmas decorations and find out how to make your own. Soak up the seasonal smells of peat fires, oil lamps, baking and seasonal spices.

You can sample traditional Christmas food to the accompaniment of brass bands and carol singers.

• Santa will be warming his feet by

the fire in the Old Rectory to find out what children want for Christmas. Santa will give a small gift to each child who comes to visit.

• Listen to the brass bands.

• Make cinnamon toast over the open fire.

• Learn how to make traditional Christmas decorations.

• Watch the Magician conjure in the Picture House.

• Children can post their letters to

Santa in Ballycultra Post Office.

• Leon Litvack, a renowned Charles Dickens expert, will be recreating the magic of that best-loved story A Christmas Carol, with a dramatic reading in Victorian costume.

Adults £9.00, Children £5.50, Concession £7.00, Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) £25.00, Family (1 adult and up to 3 children) £19.00, Children aged 4 and under are free.

Traditional Concert Liam O’Flynn, Seán Keane and Paddy Glackin rank as three of the most respected and revered musicians playing traditional music today. They have been associated with the most influential and popular traditional music groups - Planxty, The Chieftains and The Bothy Band. An opportunity to hear and experience some of the greatest living exponents of their art.

Wed 9th Dec 8pm. Tickets £15.

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS PAST | Sunday 13 December 11:00 - 16:00 Children can write their letter to Santa who will be taking time out of his busy schedule to warm his toes in front of the fire. Santa will give a small gift to each child who comes to visit.

• Sample a range of seasonal fayre, listen to the brass bands and carol singers and enjoy the magic show.

Step back in time and discover how seasonal decorations transformed people’s homes and be inspired

with some decorative ideas for your own home. Spirit of Christmas Past Highlights • Santa will be warming his feet by the fire to find out what children want for Christmas. Santa will give a small gift to each child who comes to visit.

• Listen to the brass bands.

• Leon Litvack (pictured above right), a renowned Charles Dickens expert, will be recreating the magic

of that best-loved story A Christmas Carol, with a dramatic reading in Victorian costume.

• Learn how to make traditional Christmas decorations.

• Watch the Magician.

• Visit the Christmas Market to pick up a gift or two or some readymade decorations.

Adults £11.00, Children (5 to 17 years) £6.00. Family & concession rates are available.

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Loop Mag | December 2015 | Local Triumph

SIMON BRIEN RESIDENTIAL WINS NORTHERN IRELAND AGENCY OF THE YEAR AT UK NEGOTIATOR AWARDS Simon Brien Residential has been crowned Northern Ireland Agency of the Year at the UK Negotiator Awards held in London in November he agency, which has just expanded its team with nine new recruits, also came in third place for Website of the Year at the glittering awards ceremony at the Hilton Hotel, in Park Lane. Now employing 50 members of staff, Simon Brien Residential is enjoying an impressive growth period since the rebrand from BTW Shiells Residential 18 months ago. Having sold over 1,800 properties in that period in Northern Ireland with a market value in excess of £400 million, they now boast offices in South Belfast, East Belfast and North Down.

The leading local estate agency also has pipeline business with both new and established clients which will provide over 4,000 new homes

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to be built over the next 8 years including the prestigious £90m development at Belvoir Park and the exclusive £60m development in Harberton Park, Malone. Construction work is now well underway on both of these developments with the initial phases virtually sold out off plan. The growth of the estate agency business and the significant expansion in the new build housing market and construction sector in general is also a major boost to the overall Northern Ireland economy from both an employment and investment perspective.

“We’re delighted to be acknowledged for our hard work at the UK Negotiator Awards which recognises the very best in estate agents, lettings agents, property

managers, auctioneers and industry suppliers from every part of the UK. Our recent recruitment includes some highly respected experienced individuals in the Northern Ireland property market providing additional expertise in all of the sectors in which Simon Brien Residential operates including private resale homes, new developments, lettings and property management.

The additional resources will enable us to both maintain and develop the high level of personal service that we offer and underpin our position as market leaders in the residential estate agency sector in Northern Ireland”.

For further information visit www.simonbrien.com

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• Private House Sales • First Time Buyer Homes • Country Houses And Estates • New Developments • Development Land Sales And Strategy Advice • Farm Sales • Private And Corporate Lettings • Property Management • Financial Services And Mortgage Advice • Corporate Recovery And Asset Management

simonbrien.com NORTH DOWN T: 028 9042 8989

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Loop Mag | December 2015 | Raise A Glass

Harland Wines was formed by friends Adam McCullough and Simon Bryans from Holywood who have a mutual appreciation of wines. We get the lowdown on their speciality Georgian wine and how the business began.

GRAPE EXPECTATIONS he mind might automatically place a marker on the map of France, Italy, Spain or Australia when it comes to some of the worlds leading wine producers.

But this pair of friends from Holywood have discovered a new place to mark; Georgia, where the ancient tradition of quevri wine-making dates back over 7,000 years. “Adam originally tried Georgian wines in a restaurant in London last year,” says Simon, “and was very impressed with the high quality and pricing. After researching we discovered a rich history to Georgian wines, with them being the oldest in the world and politics having blocked trade with the western world for the last 650 years. We also discovered that there were no wholesalers in Northern Ireland and that there was a gap in the market.” They have a range of three red, three whites and an

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orange wine, as Simon explains, “All the grape varieties are indigenous to Georgia, the main varieties would be Saperavi which produces our red wine and Rkatsiteli which produces white.

Quite a mouthful but the public seem to be embracing them!

The orange wine is white grapes fermented like red grapes with the skins left on. This is done in large terracotta pots which are buried underground in a process the Georgians call Qvevri. It is extremely tannic and a very acquired taste but something completely different.”

As the business develops they aim to be the go to wholesalers to source interesting and unique wines for restaurants and wine merchants. Ultimatley the plan is to expand the distribution network to really give the grape varieties the international acclaim they evidently deserve.

“As success grows with the Georgian wines we are looking

at bringing in other wines from the Black Sea Region and another area we have our eyes on at the minute are Indian wines which are growing ever more popular. We have also been dealing with a man that owns a vineyard down in Lusk outside Dublin. We are starting to import a small amount of his wine which is a Cabernet Merlot blend. Currently the off-licences we supply are The Grange Wine Merchants in Holywood, The Vineyard wine merchants on the Ormeau Road or at the Vintage wine merchants in Antrim or Randlestown. As for restaurants, we currently supply Graze, Shu and Deanes to name but a few.

We are always adding to this list and have quite a few top end restaurants lined up for January!”

Harland Wines | The Courtyard, 16 Downshire Road | Holywood, 07919 550050 or 07872 902229 sales@harlandwines.co.uk

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Loop Mag | December 2015 | Tiger Tots Are Go

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10 New Jobs Created As Purpose Built Nursery Opens In Seahill Tiger Tots Day Nursery has opened the doors to its first purpose built nursery in Holywood, creating 10 new jobs. Part of the £300,000 investment was funded by Danske Bank.

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he nursery is the first in Seahill, Co Down, filling a gap in the market and has the capacity for 37 children. The business has already had dozens of enquires, with places filling up fast. This is the first Tiger Tots Day Nursery to be opened.

Adele Moore, Owner at Tiger Tots Day Nursery, said: “Opening my own nursery is something I have always wanted to do. I had a vision of the type of nursery I would want to send my own children to and with the support of Danske Bank this is now a reality. We purchased an old scout hall that had laid derelict for the past eight years and carried out extensive building work to transform it into a suitable location for the nursery, replacing the entire roof and carrying out major refurbishments to the interior.”

Pictured L-R is Ellen Matthews, Business Banking Manager at Danske Bank and Adele Moore, Owner of Tiger Tots Day Nursery.

The nursery is divided into age specific rooms with a soft play area and a large lawn outside for the children to play on.

Mrs Moore continued: “Every child learns and develops at a different pace, we have a dedicated team who use their knowledge to inspire and engage the children to learn in their own unique way. We are also considering the possibility of an after schools club which means we would be recruiting more staff.” Ellen Matthews, Business Banking Manager, Danske Bank, commented: “Tiger Tots Day Nursery has transformed an old derelict building into a purpose-built nursery which has created new jobs for the area. This latest addition to the Holywood area is a welcome venture and we are proud to have helped Adele open her dream nursery,”

For more information visiT www.wearetigertots.com | 16A Old Seahill Road | Holywood | tel: 028 9042 5316 10 LOOPMAG.NET

ORRS BUTCHERS Delicatessen • Fish • Cheese • Fresh Veg • Dry Cured Bacons

ORDER YOUR FRESH FREE RANGE TURKEY NOW! Now taking Christmas orders for our farm fresh turkeys.

We also have gammons and hams, capons, geese, duck, pheasants, venison, game, smoked salmon, cocktail sausages, homemade stuffing and all your Christmas fayre.

56 High St Holywood BT18 9AE T: 02890 422288 E: orrsbutchers@hotmail.co.uk facebook.com/orrs.butchers

Butchers Gerry, Stevie, Darren, Chris & Brett would like to thank all of you for your continued support and wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Hannah’s Courtyard Garden Centre 13-15 Church Road | Holywood | Tel : 028 9042 4102

ORDER NOW YOUR CHRISTMAS BASKETS • ARRANGEMENTS • BOUQUETS • TABLE POSIES & FLORAL DECORATIONS For the biggest selection of fresh cut flowers & quality pot plants - just call in!

• MASSIVE SELECTION OF CHURCH & SCENTED CANDLES • CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN STOCK 1,000’S TO CHOOSE FROM

FRESH SPRUCE RINGS & BRANCHES NOW IN STOCK

BEAUTIFUL HOLLY WREATHS NOW IN STOCK

FRESH CUT TREES & POTTED TREES NOW AVAILABLE PLUS WE DELIVER Hannah, Leslie & all the staff wish all our customers a Like us: Hannahsflorist very Happy Christmas & a prosperous New Year!

Please Don’t Tell evolved from the frustration of being unable to find any brands a fashion savvy women desires, but was unable to buy here in Northern Ireland. We wanted to provide an effortless, confident wardrobe with a sartorial elegance.

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e opened our first store in 2011 on the Lisburn Road and from the outset we had a vision of how the store had to look. We discussed our needs with Ian Slater from Slater Design and Terry from Terry Design, two talented creative businesses based in Ireland. They listened to our requirements and the brand ‘Please Don’t Tell’ was born.

There were many influences from our travels to London, New York and Paris and our specifics had to include a curved rail, a circular fitting room and a mirrored wall.

We mixed modern, clean surfaces with the warmth of parquet. The palette is intentionally minimal allowing the garments to take centre stage. Next came the brands-Like any business, our brand and our choice of brands is always evolving. Where we started 4 years ago is not a million miles away from where we are, but with the insight and desires of our customers we have fine tuned the brands we stock and we do have our favourites.

Our brand mix IS exclusive to us in thE North of Ireland

Isabel Marant Isabel Marant Etoile Joseph Helmut Lang Theory Sonia Rykiel

NEXT SEASON We are introducing Chloe and Victoria by Victoria Beckham.

Both these brands have gone through a metamorphosis where the influence from the mainline collections along with the designers involvement in the new direction of the secondary line is key. This is very exciting for us and believe all the brands for SS16 will not only compliment each other but offer an even better selection for all occasions and requirements.

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Please Don’t Tell is not so much trend based, as our clothes have longevity that will last more than a season. We focus on design, fabrics and cut. The quality combined with the energy and honesty of our staff is what we thrive on.

GOING GLOBAL

We are proud to part of Farfetch, a global online store with over 300 boutiques worldwide. Each independent boutique is carefully selected for their forward-thinking attitude, unique approach to merchandising and diversity of brands. We are the only ‘Farfetch’ store in Ireland (www.farfetch.com) Previously we have been recognised by Vogue and The Fashion Telegraph as one of the ‘Best Boutiques Outside London’. For a small boutique we were extremely proud.

THE HOLY WOOD CONNECTION

In February this year, Please Don’t Tell opened it’s second store in Holywood, another small boutique offering a taste of what is stocked on the Lisburn Road and giving our North Down customers less of a journey across town.

Will there be another? We couldn’t possibly tell...

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Loop Mag | December 2015 | Know Your Units

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ALCOHOL AWARENESS KNOW YOUR UNITS NHS recommends: Men should not regularly* drink more than 3-4 units of alcohol a day. Women should not regularly* drink more than 2-3 units a day. (*Regularly defined as every day) If you had a heavy drinking session you should avoid alcohol for 48 hours. A guideline for the number of units are as follows:

A can of standard lager, beer or bitter = 1.8 units A pint of standard lager, beer or bitter = 2.3 units A small glass of wine (125mls) = 1.5 units A large glass of wine(250mls) = 3 units A measure of spirits = 1 unit 14 LOOPMAG.NET

Research indicates that around 200,000 people in the UK arrive at work with a hangover every day and over 45 year olds are three times more likely to drink alcohol daily. Liam Burns MPS from Burns Pharmacy advises how your community pharmacy can help make sure you’re in the know when it comes to alcohol intake.

HEALTH RISKS The effects of alcohol on your health will depend on how much you drink. Most people who regularly drink more than the NHS recommends don’t see any harmful effects at first. Instead, they tend to have symptoms after a number of years such as liver problems, reduced fertility, high blood pressure and increased risk of various cancers. The World Health Organisation estimates that 20% of alcohol related deaths are from cancer, 15% from cardiovascular conditions and 13% are from liver disease. Scientific research estimates that alcohol is responsible for around 9,000 cancer deaths every year in the UK. THE MORNING AFTER Hangover cures are generally a myth. Although there are no cures for hangovers there are ways to ease the symptoms. Treatment involves rehydrating the body and the best time to do this is before going to sleep. Over the counter painkillers can help with headaches and muscle cramps. Paracetamol based remedies are preferable as aspirin/ ibuprofen may further irritate the stomach and increase nausea and sickness. In some cases an antacid or zantac may be useful to settle your stomach first. Water and isotonic drinks are best for replacing fluids as they are easy on the digestive system unlike energy drinks.

The best way to avoid a hangover is not to drink. If you decide to drink, do it sensibly and within recommended limits. In January, Alcohol Concern is launching “Dry January” campaign which encourages people to go alcohol free for the 31 days of January. Participants often report losing weight, sleeping better, more energy, clearer skin plus huge savings. Will you accept the challenge?

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Loop Mag | December 2015 | Festive Fashion

Jumper Into The Christmas Spirit With Cancer Fund For Children Cancer Fund for Children is urging people to 'jumper' into the Christmas spirit in December by taking part in the charity's festive jumper day campaign, All Wrapped Up.

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rap local families affected by cancer up in a blanket of kindness and support this Christmas by donning the fluffiest, cosiest, cheesiest Christmas jumper to be found. All Wrapped Up is the perfect excuse to bring work colleagues, friends, club members, church or class mates together while raising money for local families whose lives have been devastated by cancer. This year, the charity hopes to raise a phenomenal £30k through its flagship Christmas campaign which has generously been sponsored by Bangor Fuels and Fusco Vehicle Sales for a second year. Cancer Fund for Children fundraiser, Ana Wilkinson, said: “Christmas is a time for giving, togetherness and joy but for some families who are living with cancer, the festive season intensifies the negative issues they are already dealing with such as isolation, loneliness and financial struggles. Cancer Fund for Children understands this and strives to support families through initiatives like our Home Heating

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Grant which helps alleviate the extra financial strain this time of year brings. Special festive events, grottos and residentials at our Narnia log cabin, are tailored to families’ needs and aim to bring everyone together to lessen feelings of isolation. Cancer Fund for Children receives less than one per cent of its income from the government. Without campaigns like All Wrapped Up, the charity wouldn’t be able to provide our vital support services so that families in Northern Ireland don’t have to face cancer alone. This is why we are urging everyone to dig out their Christmas jumpers and join in the festive fun. We are extremely grateful to sponsors Bangor Fuels for turning up the heat on the campaign and Fusco Vehicle Sales for helping us get the campaign up and running.”

Johnny Fusco from Bangor Fuels and Fusco Vehicle Sales said: “We are proud to sponsor Cancer Fund for Children’s All Wrapped Up campaign again this year. It is great to know that with our help, the money raised Cancer Fund for

Cancer Fund for Children’s Sorcha Chipperfield and Johnny Fusco from Bangor Fuels help launch the charity’s All Wrapped Up Christmas Jumper campaign.

Children will be able to support even more local families living with cancer. Please join us by registering to take part, putting on your Christmas jumpers and flooding the offices, clubs and schools in Northern Ireland with tinsel and glitter.”

Cancer Fund for Children would love everyone to join in its All Wrapped Up campaign but there are more ways to support the charity this Christmas. You may like to take part in ‘Presents for Pounds’ whereby teachers forgo gifts in favour of pupils making a donation to Cancer Fund for Children, buy the charity’s Christmas cards or organise your own festive fundraising event.

To sign up to the super cosy All Wrapped Up event or to find out about more Christmas campaigns contact Alex on 028 9080 5599 or alex@cancerfundforchildren.com. cancerfundforchildren.com/events

PLUMBING & HEATING

Wishing all of our Now Selling Quality UsedaCars customers very

Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!

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12 reasons why books are the gift that keep on giving Northern Ireland is a region of book lovers, with a proud literary tradition. Yet this great heritage appears to be in decline, eroded each year by the growth of e-readers and the closure of local booksellers. Are we facing a future which is on-line only? Christopher from Oscar & Joy is on the case...

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here is something of a backlash against both online sales and e-books. Physical sales are up 5%; growth of e-readers have stalled; and last month even Amazon opened its first bricks and mortar bookshop. Perhaps society has collectively realised that local book selling is a tradition we actually wish to preserve? So why buy local books? I think the most important reason is because they are so personal.

There is something special about browsing a selection and picking out a book with a specific person in mind. The act of giving feels more meaningful when you are directly involved in the process; and this is

particularly true when it comes to gifts for your own children. Second is the sense of discovery. Although local stores can’t compete on volume they win hands down on the quality of the experience. You can only really understand what a book is like when you pick it up and read it for yourself.

Third, there is probably a greater appreciation that local purchases do much more to help the local community, and that’s a win-win for everyone.

But the most important thing about books is the quality of the product. So why give a book? Well in the spirit of Christmas let me give you 12 reasons....

• Books transport you to another world...

• and convey knowledge on every topic under the sun • Books provides stimulation which improves thinking skills & concentration.

• Bringing kids up with books increases their vocabulary by 40%…

• and gives them experiences they will treasure for life.

• Adults who read books reduce mental decline by 32% • Books are universal and connect people from all walks of life • They can inspire action or a change of direction • It’s a very personal present which reflects something of the giver and receiver • Reading a book is a great way to relax…

• in fact it is one of life’s greatest pleasures.

• Books are easy to wrap.

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Merry Christmas From Oscar & Joy!

Bringing design to life This Christmas come to Oscar & Joy for a completely different experience. Our mission is to bring design to life with stylish gifts that are also useful and value for money too.

For coffee lovers the brand new Pulcina from Alessi has cutting edge Italian style & an ingenious filter lock. Make perfect coffee everytime from £43.99.

These gorgeous copper ring holders from Canada are cute and contemporary. A beautiful gift at just £8.99.

Browse our eclectic book selection. We specialise in lifestyle, well-being, and humour, with a children’s range inspired by creativity, discovery, and fun.

Zojirushi vacuum flasks are making their first appearance in NI . The flasks boast the highest quality, most innovative functions, and best heat retention in the world. Exclusively at OJ for £29.99.

Our reusable bags and backpacks from California are stylish & practical. From £9.99.

For a fun take on Christmas lights try our funky bottle lights. £10.

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Holywood Gift Guide Plan your festive shopping assault by looking no further than the wonderful local businesses on your doorstep. Leaving you more time for an eggnog or three.

Sweet Pea’ earrings

by Isabel Marant £105 | Please Don’t Tell @ farfetch.com | 99 High Street Holywood 02890 423845 | 675 Lisburn Road | 02890 661266 Blue glass and brass ‘Sweet Peas’ earrings from Isabel Marant featuring gold-tone hardware, a hook clip fastening and crystal embellishments.

Vita Liberata deluxe stocking filler set £10 | Deborah Harper Make Up & Beauty | 7 Station Square, Helen’s Bay | 028 91 852 859 Treat someone special to a little luxury this Christmas with this wonderful set available from your local beauty boffins.

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Junkers 6680-4 Hugo Junkers Artiqua | 90 High St, Holywood 028 9042 2227 A sportive men’s watch of Hugo Junkers series with quartz movement (Ronda 5130.D, Swiss Technology) with alarm chronograph. Hugo Junkers A series of high quality timepieces produced to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Professor Hugo Junkers, the greatest pioneer in German aviation history Various Weleda Gift Packs £5-£48 | Iona Shop | 27 Church Rd 028 9042 8597 Replenish, rejuvinate, nourish, revitalise, relax and much much more! Take your pick from a wide range of goodies from Weleda.

Wilson the Whale Toothbrush Tidy (UK Gift of the Year 2015) £12 | Oscar & Joy | 94 High Street 028 9042 5483 Kids will love the bright colour and funky shape; adults will simply appreciate anything that transforms brushing from a 10 minute battle into a two minute game! Made from a vibrant blue silicone the whale tidy is long lasting, easy to clean, and at a perfect price point for a great present or stocking filler.

Bay Tree Coffee Mugs

by Allison Hanvey | £12.95 (incl ‘coffee & cinnamon scone’ voucher) 118 High St | 9042 1419 Also available; The Bay Tree Book, £20. Tastings Events Vouchers - give someone a pair of tickets for one of our 2016 tastings events (full calendar on the back page of this edition)!

Gift Vouchers - up to any value.

Open 7 days a week, every Friday night for dinner plus regular special events on Saturday nights so plenty of times to cash them in.

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Loop Mag | December 2015 | Know The Law

Drink driving over the festive period

“Eat, Drink, be Merry” Nearly everyone enjoys a tipple or two over the festive period but what happens when things go wrong?

Jennifer Hanna from Hunt Solicitors has the lowdown

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n extra glass of wine with dinner, driving the morning after a staff Xmas night out... the most common phrase used in drink driving pleas is “I thought I would be ok to drive”. Often we believe a few glasses of wine at dinner or driving the morning after means we will be well under the limit but do you know that 1 unit of alcohol takes on average 1 hr to leave our system? A large glass of wine may take 3 hours for our body to break down the alcohol. This may mean alcohol could still be in our system after a number of drinks the previous evening. A recent survey commissioned by the DOENI indicated that 1 in 4 persons in Northern Ireland said they would drive after one alcoholic drink and 1 in 2 would get into a vehicle with a driver who had consumed an alcoholic beverage. According to PSNI statistics between May 201222 LOOPMAG.NET

May 2015 there were a total of 6591 arrests in Northern Ireland as a result of drink driving or driving under the influence of drugs. So, if you find yourself in a scenario whereby you are faced with a drink driving charge what do you need to know?

It’s important to remember that everyone who enters the police station on suspicion of an offence is entitled to Legal Aid regardless of their means.

It’s a common misconception that people do not call for the appropriate legal advice as they fear it will be too costly but all advices in the police station are entirely free. The police station can be a very stressful environment and it’s important to have the correct legal advice from the very beginning to get the best outcome possible.

The drink driving limit in Northern Ireland is 35 micrograms in 100 millitres of breath. If your reading is borderline you are entitled to request a blood sample which may give a more accurate reading and determine whether or not you will face any prosecution.

Another common issue with people facing a drink driving charge is having consumed alcohol when they return home.

If police attend at your home some time later; it may be that after consuming alcohol at home the reading of alcohol

in your breath is higher than it was when driving. In this type of scenario a blood test can be carried out and a back calculation performed to ascertain whether or not you would have been over the limit at the time of driving.

If your reading is considerably over the limit it’s important to know you still have options.

Drink driving usually carries a minimum disqualification of 12 months however you can ask the Court to consider certifying you for a drink driving course which will decrease your period of disqualification by 25%.

Having someone to represent your interests and put forward the mitigating factors in your case is imperative. Those who rely on their licence for work purposes would agree that disqualification could have catastrophic consequences for them and their family.

Here at Hunt Solicitors we have an experienced team of solicitors who are available 24 hours a day. Phoning a solicitor and knowing your rights can make the difference between retaining your Driving Licence or facing disqualification.

Hunt Solicitors | 77 High Street Holywood | Tel 028 9042 8600 info@huntsolicitors.com

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manufacture the tape. Because it was waterproof, everyone referred to it as “duck” tape (like water off a duck’s back). Military personnel discovered that the tape was good for lots more ; They used it for Jeep repair, fixing stuff on their guns, strapping equipment to their clothing etc. After the War, the housing industry was booming and someone discovered that the tape was great for joining the heating and air conditioning duct work. So, the color was changed from army green to the silvery color we are familiar with today and people started to refer to it as “duct tape*.” Therefore, either name is appropriate. We go by both The Duct Tape Guys, and The Duck Tape Guys. And, we use the words Duck and Duct interchangeably on our web site.”

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Eyebrows & Liner Bottom £225 PERMANENT MAKE UP PROCEDURES & Eyeliner top & Bottom £175 Lip Liner £120 BEAUTY TREATMENTS INCLUDE: Lip Liner & Blush £150 Eyebrows, Lip Liner & Blush, Eyeliner, Laser Tattoo From Micropigmentation and Alexis works with Removal £100 cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy Hair Extensions From and also alopecia sufferers - If you have (including hair) £100 lost your eyebrows or waiting for them to CITY COUNCIL REGISTERED grow back, permanent make up offers a great, natural looking alternative.

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Loop Mag | December 2015 | Thats A Relief

MUSINGS ON MASSAGE

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fter a full day’s photographic reporting through a troubled Belfast in the 70’s my father often took to the sofa and rubbed his scalp with his fingertips through his big hair.

We declined all kind offers to help him; in those days massage, particularly HEAD massage, hadn’t been invented in Ireland; other peoples’ bodies and hairs were taboo and yucky. No longer so...

Indian head massage, massage “spiders” and scalp oil are all available at the hairdressers, the shops and on the internet all offering tension-relief and feel-good from the top down.

What my father instinctively knew all those years ago is now marketable and consciously enjoyed by the masses. And with excellent reason too. A quick look through Google or YouTube shows how the simplest moves with fingertips through hair, directly on the scalp, soothe and relax nerve endings, reducing feelings of “tightness,” improving circulation and generally slowing down time.

It’s a luxurious treat for the scalp to use an oil but just as pleasurable without.

A towel round the shoulders or on the pillow will catch loose hair and flakes. The rest can be brushed up afterwards. Fuzz without fuss. How nice.

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By Your Local Expert Alison Stevenson of Geborgenheit Massage

Same results for face massages but with an added GLOW.. Local beauty and massage therapists will give full facials leaving a person feeling a whole-body’s worth exhilarated and relaxed. In between salon visits, take a few minutes a day to experiment at home. Its as comforting and effortless as slipping into pyjamas or pouring a glass of wine. The hardest steps are the first ones: being bothered and getting started. ALL YOU NEED IS:

GLOW GETTER TREAT YOURSELF TO A DAILY GLOW HERE’S HOW>>> 1) a small ceramic bowl 2) some oil (almond, olive, coconut), 3) few drops of an essential oil that delights the senses...neroli, patchouli, rose. 4) to have removed make-up 5) to be sitting or lying exactly as you please.

Mix oils lightly, dip fingertips on both hands in, exhale, begin.

Movements are most beneficial swirling upwards and inwards from all along the jaw-bone and chin towards the nose, round the cheeks, round the eyes (gently gently...avoid stretching or pulling), up to the temples, outwards in circles on the forehead, draw along the eyebrows, repeat and continue for as long as desired.

This wonderful act of kindness helps clear sinuses, relieve headaches, improve blood flow to the skin thus improving tone and texture, takes care of puffiness and sagging, is a loving way to keep healthy and stay beautiful. Very little effort, very big reward.

At Geborgenheit massage we mix rose and marigold petals with couscous into small cotton pouches especially for facial massages with warm coconut oil. These are available to buy or can be prepared very easily at home. For any questions please call, text or email on...

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Happy Catz & Little Pawz Pet Hotel

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REDBURN COMMUNITY CENTRE MONDA Y 55+ Group 2-4pm. £2 per session.

Art Club 3.30-5.30pm | P1 - P7 | £1 Girl’s Group 7-9pm | P1 - Year 12 | £1

TU ES DA Y Parent & Toddler 10am-12pm. £1 members / £1.50 non members per session.

Adult Gardening Group 2-4pm After School Club 3.30-5.30pm. P1-P4.

WEDNES DAY Community Cafe 11am-1pm. Honesty box donation Patchwork Club 2pm-4pm. All ages welcome.

Afterschool Club 3.30-5.30pm | P5 - P7 | £1

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Saturday Morning Club 10.30am-12.30pm | P1-P4 | £1

Knit & Knatter 10.30am -12. Knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts.

Adult Reading Group 10.30am -12. Last Wednesday of the month. Share and enjoy.

QUEENS HALL SULLIVAN PLACE M ONDAY After School Club / Art 3.30pm-5.30pm. P1-P7. £1 per session. Contact: Pauline. Tel: 028 9042 1420 Girl’s Group 7-9.pm. P7-Form 5. £1 per session. Contact: Pauline.

Tel: 028 9042 1420

TUESDAY 55+ Group 2-4pm. £2 per session. Contact: Julie. Tel: 028 9042 1420

W ED NESDAY After School Club 3.30-5.30pm. P1-P4. £1 per session. Contact: Pauline.

Tel: 028 9042 1420

THURSDAY After School Club / Cookery 3.30-5.30pm. P1-P7. £1 per session. Contact: Pauline.

Tel: 028 9042 1420

T H URSDAY Junior Reading Group 15.45-16.30 Second Thursday of the month. Children aged 9-11 Visually Impaired Group 14.30pm-16.00. Last Thursday of the month.

Bedtime Story Time 18.00 -18.30. Last Thursday of the month. Children aged 4-8

SAT URDAY Junior Reading Group 14.15 - 15.00 Third Saturday of the month. Children aged 7-9.

HOLYWOOD FAMILY TRUST Contact Liam/Rose 02890427842

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Junior Youth Club 6.30-8.30pm. Free. P7 - Year 9.

WEDNESDAY

Parent & Toddler Group 10am-12pm. £1 members / £1.50 non members per session.

Cookery Club 3.30-5.30pm | P1 - P7 £1 per session Redburn Youth Group 7-9pm | P7 - Year 12 | £1

Morning Club 10.30-12.30pm. P1-P4. £1

Youth Drop In 2.30-4.30pm / 6.15-10.15pm Free. Year 8 & over

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Holywood Shared Town Weekly Meeting Everyone welcome Holywood Men’s Sheds 11am-1pm.

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Annual membership is £20.

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SATURDAY

Rhythm & Rhyme 10.30am. Introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories.

Youth Drop In 6.15-10.15pm. Free. Year 8 & over

FRIDAY

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TASTING NIGHTS 2016

THE BAY TREE SHARING WHAT WE LIKE

As always, we’d like to acknowledge our loyal ‘Winos’ by offering a “COME TO 2 NIGHTS, GET A THIRD FOR 1/2 PRICE” deal.

Saturday 30th January: TUSCANY WINE TASTING DINNER We LOVE Italy, and we know you do too! What better for a food & wine double act than Tuscany…in January…in Northern Ireland?

Hosted by Conall (GapWines) | £45pp or £40pp in groups of 4+.

Saturday 27th February: SOUTH AFRICA WINE TASTING DINNER Our first time visiting wines from this region, so we’re excited about trying all 5 of them, with all 5 of our courses!

Hosted by Conall (GapWines) | £45pp or £40pp in groups of 4+.

Saturday 12th March: SURPRISE ‘MEET THE BREWER’ DINNER! We thought we’d make things interesting with this one, so we’re not telling you which brewers you’ll be meeting. Rest assured that they’re another CRACKER! Hosted by Conall (GapWines) | £30pp Saturday 26th March: ARGENTINA WINE TASTING DINNER Get ready for a BIG night! 5 outstanding Argentinean wines, paired with 5 mouth watering Argentinean courses .

Hosted by Conall (GapWines) | £45pp or £40pp in groups of 4+.

Saturday 16th APRIL: ‘MEET THE BREWER’ DINNER with MAD HATTER BREWERY, LIVERPOOL One of the stars of the show at 2015’s ABV Beer Festival in Belfast. Get ready for 5 incredible beers, full of character, paired with 5 hearty plates of Bay Tree food.

Hosted by Felicia (Prohibition Drinks) | £30pp Gift vouchers are available for all of these events!

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